Washington, D.C. – September 24, 2024 – President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. has announced the formation of a Presidential Delegation to attend the inauguration of Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo as the new leader of Mexico on October 1, 2024, in Mexico City.
The delegation will be led by Dr. Jill Biden, First Lady of the United States, highlighting the importance of U.S.-Mexico relations and the commitment to fostering strong diplomatic ties between the two nations.
The members of the Presidential Delegation include:
- Ken Salazar, U.S. Ambassador to Mexico
- Xavier Becerra, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
- Alejandro N. Mayorkas, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security
- Isabel Casillas Guzman, Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration
- Chris Murphy, U.S. Senator from Connecticut
- Nanette Barragán, U.S. Representative for California’s 44th District and Chair of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus
- Liz Sherwood-Randall, Assistant to the President and White House Homeland Security Advisor and Deputy National Security Advisor
- Carlos Elizondo, Deputy Assistant to the President and White House Social Secretary
- Regina Romero, Mayor of Tucson, Arizona
The presence of this diverse group of leaders underscores the significance of this inauguration and the Biden administration’s commitment to collaborating with Mexico on key issues such as economic partnership, public health, and security.
Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, a prominent figure in Mexican politics, is set to take office and will be the first woman to serve as President of Mexico. Her inauguration marks a pivotal moment in the country’s history and reflects ongoing political changes in the region.
The delegation’s participation demonstrates the United States’ support for democracy in Mexico and a shared vision for a prosperous future for both nations.
